Fellowship with Hands-on Experience in Legislative Process in Wash DC in Indiana (USA)
GrantID: 73959
Grant Funding Amount Low: $5,500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,500
Summary
This nine-month fellowship opportunity is open to early-career individuals across the United States. Designed to nurture emerging leaders in public policy and civic engagement, it places participants in full-time roles within congressional offices. The fellowship supports individuals—typically those with associate’s or bachelor’s degrees—providing them with hands-on legislative experience, professional mentorship, and career development.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S., willing to relocate to the D.C. region, and commit to in-person participation throughout the program. Participants receive a monthly stipend to support living expenses in the capital, along with a modest relocation allowance to ease the transition. In their congressional placements, fellows dive into legislative research, stakeholder outreach, and policy development, with opportunities to concentrate on issue areas like housing, healthcare, workforce, technology, or climate.
The program is structured to combine office-based responsibilities with supplemental workshops, a cohort-based academy, mentorship pairings, networking events, and a capstone policy project. It is particularly aimed at amplifying voices from historically underrepresented backgrounds—including racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and others—to bring diverse perspectives into policymaking.
This opportunity supports individuals—not nonprofits or businesses—targeted at those ready to embark on careers in public service. By offering transformative legislative experience, financial stability, and professional development, the program is tailored to develop the next generation of policy leaders and changemakers.
Eligible applicants in Indiana with a demonstrated commitment to LGBTQ+ are encouraged to consider this funding opportunity. To identify additional grants aligned with your needs, visit The Grant Portal and utilize the Search Grant tool for tailored results.
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